Banded scat and Similar Species
Selenotoca multifasciata
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Spotted scat
Scatophagus argus
Key differences: The Spotted scat has numerous dark spots covering its body, whereas the Banded scat has distinct vertical bands. The body shape is similar, but the pattern is the primary differentiator.
African scat
Scatophagus tetracanthus
Key differences: The African scat also has vertical bands, but typically fewer (4-5) and often less distinct than S. multifasciata. Its geographic range is restricted to the western Indian Ocean and East Africa.
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